Boy & the World (2014): cast, story & where to watch
2014 · Film · ★ 7.3
Released in 2014, Boy & the World is an adventure, family and animation film directed by Alê Abreu, running about 80 minutes. “Some dreams survive” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Suffering because of his father's departure to the big city, a boy leaves his village and discovers a fantastic world dominated by bug-engines and strange beings. An unusual animation with various artistic techniques that portrays the issues of the modern world through the eyes of a child.
Who’s in it. Boy & the World stars Vinicius Garcia as Kid (Voice), Lu Horta as Mother (Voice), Marco Aurélio Campos as Father (Voice) and Felipe Zilse as Young Boy (Voice), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, Boy & the World has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Boy & the World page.
If you liked it. Fans of Boy & the World tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception, Interstellar and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Boy & the World (2014)?
- In US, Boy & the World is available to rent or buy from Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Boy & the World worth watching?
- Boy & the World holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy adventure, family and animation. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Boy & the World?
- Boy & the World stars Vinicius Garcia, Lu Horta, Marco Aurélio Campos, Felipe Zilse and Alê Abreu.
- When was Boy & the World released?
- Boy & the World was released in 2014, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.